Coverage and Conversations
Explore interviews, press features, and conversations that highlight Dr. Bird’s vision and voice.
Meet and greet in Oakland, OR during Melissa Bird’s south coast tour. Photo by Bre Irish.
Native American candidate Melissa Bird hopes to be the next congressional representative for Oregon’s 4th District.
“I’ve always wanted to run for office, and I just decided that now is the time,” Melissa Bird says. Bird — small business owner, lay preacher, social worker and descendant of the Shivwits Band of Southern Paiutes — is running against incumbent Rep. Val Hoyle for the Democratic nomination in the May primary for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District seat.” Bird says she decided “enough is enough” and…
Community Matters PNW
Dr. Melissa Bird says Medicare must protect elders, calling them an invaluable resource, and criticizes Congress for failing seniors, caregivers, and working families. She shares her lived experience as a social worker, activist, small business owner, and mom raising kids while supporting her disabled veteran husband. Bird calls for a “graceful revolution” to hold both parties accountable, fight for healthcare, mental health, and common-sense gun reform, and bring real working-class voices into Congress.
KEZI News 9
Dr. Melissa Bird has launched her campaign for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District, emphasizing a future grounded in compassion and justice. According to Bird, her leadership will focus on community-driven change.
"My name is Dr. Melissa Bird and I’m running for Congress because I believe we deserve more," Bird said. She highlighted the need for transformation beyond the current system.
KLCC
Check out this coverage on KLCC!
Bird is a parent, a trained social worker, and descendent of the Shivwits Band of Paiutes in Utah. She’s also the spouse of a federal employee who lost his job amidst widespread research cuts.
Bird said she relates to what many Oregonians are going through, and believes she’ll be a stronger voice on their behalf.
Campaign Kick-off & rally
Dr. Melissa Bird is running for Congress in Oregon’s 4th District because she knows what everyday life feels like. As a working mom, she’s faced job loss, tough financial decisions, and the stress of making ends meet. She believes policy should reflect real experiences, not political games. Melissa is stepping up to serve, listen, and make sure the voices of this community are truly represented.
WE’RE ON THE MOVE!
UPCOMING EVENTS
We’ll be updating this page often with campaign events, town halls, and community gatherings across District 4. New dates will be added as soon as they’re confirmed, so check back regularly and join us when you can. Your voice matters, and these events are a chance to connect, ask questions, and be part of the movement for real change.